NCT07478965

Effects of Acupuncture Versus Deep Breathing Exercises on Hypertensive Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester

Effects of Acupuncture Versus Deep Breathing Exercises on Hypertensive Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester. A Randomized Controlled Trial.

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 40 (actual)
• Sponsor: October 6 University · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 25 Years – 35 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

investigate the effect of diaphragmatic deep breathing exercises versus acupuncture hypertensive adults This study is expected to provide significant health benefits for pregnant females in the third trimester suffering from hypertension.

Detailed description

The study contributes to lowering the risk of hypertension complications in the pregnant women in the third trimester through a study investigate the effect of diaphragmatic deep breathing exercises versus acupuncture on prehypertensive or hypertensive adults

Conditions

• Hypertension ,Pregnancy

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DEVICE	Acupuncture	traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body to promote healing and balance.
OTHER	Deep breathing exercise	Deep breathing exercises can significantly reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-08-27
• Primary completion: 2025-11-11
• Completion: 2026-01-20
• First posted: 2026-03-18
• Last updated: 2026-03-23

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Egypt